Job Description

Reporting Group:Leisure - Central Support Officeimage placeholderWe are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!More about your roleYou'll collaborate closely with the Lead Designer, Traffic Manager, and the Design team to interpret client briefs and deliver high-quality work aligned with brand guidelines. You'll guide design choices, offer format suggestions, and ensure a client-focused approach. Your work will span across various formats-from reports and social assets to web, email, and animation. You'll support brand development and consistency, help maintain brand integrity across teams, and work with content teams to improve practices and explore new digital formats.Essential Experience & Skills

• Skilled in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and Microsoft Office tools.

• Strong problem-solver with the ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging visuals for various audiences.

• Confident designing across multiple formats, including print, digital, HTML emails, and motion graphics.

• Deep expertise in typography, layout, and conceptual design.

More about youYou bring strong attention to detail and the ability to consistently deliver high-quality work, even under tight deadlines. You're confident across a range of design projects-from concept and brand identity to artwork and graphics-using Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and Microsoft tools. You're a creative problem-solver, skilled at turning complex information into engaging visuals across print, digital, email (HTML), and motion. With expertise in typography, layout, and design, you manage your time effectively and stay organised. Ideally, you have at least two years of relevant experience, have some level of familiarity with Premiere Pro and After Effects (although not essential), and can share a strong portfolio that reflects a multidisciplinary design background.BenefitsWe are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:

• Full Health & Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors

• Flexible working

• Up to 2% annual bonus for all employees

• An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave

• Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development

• Access to our Company Pension scheme

• Cashback plan for healthcare costs - up to xc2xa3500 saving per year

• Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes

• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.

What's next?If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment teamIf you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk.Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.If you are using a mobile device such as an iPad then ensure your CV is stored in the cloud, we currently support Google Drive, OneDrive and Dropbox.If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold callsAt Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect.We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment.By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities.Armed Forces - We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant. Places for People will guarantee an interview for any candidate who is serving or has formerly served in the Armed Forces, as a reservist, armed forces veteran (including the wounded, injured and sick), cadet instructor and military spouse/partner and who meets the essential criteria for the vacancy.Disability Confident - We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident scheme certified as Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This helps us to successfully employ and retain people with disabilities and health conditions. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview. The Equality Act 2010 (Disability Discrimination Act 1995 for NI) defines a disabled person as someone who has a physical or mental impairment that has sa substantial and long-term negative effect on their ability to do daily activities.Neurodivergent - Neurodiverse individuals have highly valuable skills, and we recognise that a traditional interview process sometimes works against them and doesn't allow them to self-advocate. Neurodiverse applicants who meet the criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview.

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